Thanksgiving in Canmore
The snow slowly starts to return, the leaves start turn orange and fall, it’s a cozy and peaceful time of the year in Canmore. Thanksgiving in Canmore is the perfect time and place to gather with friends and family to reflect on the blessings of the past year. The infamous turkey is out, a massive feast is held and everyone reflects on what they’re grateful for. We know what we’re thankful for, it’s all of you guys! Whether you’re a guest with us, a past guest, a future guest or simply a reader of this post, we appreciate you! If you’re celebrating for Canadian Thanksgiving (13th of October) or US Thanksgiving (27th of November) this blog is a guide for your holiday here.
Your Thanksgiving Feast
Restaurant Celebrations: Numerous restaurants in Canmore and Banff offer special Thanksgiving menus. From cozy mountain lodges to more upscale dining experiences, you’ll find options to suit every taste. Reservations are absolutely essential as this is a popular time for dining out.
Consider a Mountain Brunch: For a more relaxed approach, consider a Thanksgiving brunch at one of the many excellent cafes or restaurants in town.
Self-Catering: All of our properties come equipped with kitchens, perfect for preparing your own traditional Thanksgiving feast. Local grocery stores offer all the ingredients you’ll need, and the stunning views from your window will provide the perfect backdrop.
Our Top Properties for Thanksgiving
It isn’t really a thanksgiving without a homemade family feast. Whether you’re cooking a turkey, making mac n cheese or maybe some potato salad, all that matters is that it’s cooked from home. This is why our properties are stocked with fully equipped kitchens. From utensils, seasoning and cooking oil, your thanksgiving dinner has a great kitchen for your stay here. Below are some of our best properties for thanksgiving with family and friends:
Recommended Activities
October is a shoulder season, summer is well and truly gone and winter hasn’t quite struck yet. This doesn’t mean that there isn’t a lot to see and do during this time.
Hikes: It is one of the most beautiful times for hikes, the valleys have an array of different colors. From green to yellow and orange, it’s the most colorful time for hikes in Banff and Canmore. We highly recommend checking out the Larch Valley near Lake Louise.
Drives: Cruise along the Bow Valley Parkway (Highway 1A) or the Icefields Parkway (Highway 93) for breathtaking vistas. There are multiple different viewpoints on these drives so that you can have a quick pit stop to take in the stunning views.
Biking: Bike Legacy Trail is the trail that connects Banff and Canmore. The views on this trail are gorgeous, from mountain views to Bow River, there’s lots to see on this trail.
Skiing/Snowboarding: The slopes are back open! At least for our American visitors for Thanksgiving. The season begins early November so be sure to check out one of the big three ski resorts for your time here!
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